Portraits and profile photos
Turn a tight headshot into a square or vertical frame with room above the head, or give a cropped selfie more shoulders and background. The face stays untouched because it is inside the original area.
AI IMAGE EDITOR
AI Image Expander
An AI image expander adds new picture area around a photo. Upload an image, pick a target aspect ratio and where the original should sit, and ViNano fills the empty space with matching background, light and texture. Your original pixels are pasted back after generation instead of being redrawn, so faces, products and text inside the photo stay as they were.
- 7 aspect ratios plus extra space around the original
- 9 positions for the original photo
- Preview the new area before you spend credits
How to Expand an Image with AI
Upload a photo. JPG, PNG and WebP work; you can also paste an image from the clipboard.
Pick an aspect ratio such as 16:9 or 9:16, add extra space if you want a wider view, and choose where the original sits. The checkered area in the preview is what the AI will fill.
Describe what should appear in the new area if you have something in mind, then click Expand image. Download the result or expand it again for an even wider frame.
AI Photo Expander for Portraits, Products and Landscapes
The same AI photo expander works for most everyday pictures. These are the jobs it handles well, and what to watch for.
Product photos
Add clean space around a product so it fits a 1:1 marketplace tile or a wide banner, and leave room for text. Describe the surface, such as a white table or a marble counter, for a consistent result.
Landscapes and travel shots
Widen a vertical phone photo into 16:9 for a desktop wallpaper or a video thumbnail. Skies, water, sand and grass are the easiest areas for AI to continue.
Social posts and stories
Reframe a horizontal picture as 9:16 for Stories, Reels or Shorts without cutting anything out. Put the original at the top or bottom to leave space for captions.
Which Aspect Ratio Should You Pick?
Choose the ratio of the place where the picture will be shown. The expander supports these seven ratios, plus extra space at the original ratio.
| Ratio | Shape | Typical uses |
|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | Square | Profile pictures, marketplace product tiles, square feed posts |
| 16:9 | Wide | YouTube video thumbnails, desktop wallpapers, slides and web banners |
| 9:16 | Tall | Stories, Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts thumbnails, phone wallpapers |
| 4:3 | Slightly wide | Many phone camera photos, tablets, classic presentation slides |
| 3:4 | Slightly tall | Vertical phone photos, portrait posts |
| 3:2 | Wide photo | Many DSLR and mirrorless cameras, 4×6 in prints, blog header images |
| 2:3 | Tall photo | Pinterest Pins, posters, 4×6 in portrait prints |
Platform ratios come from YouTube Help (16:9 for video thumbnails, 9:16 for Shorts) and Pinterest Business help (2:3, 1000 × 1500 px), checked on November 6, 2026.
What Stays the Same and What the AI Adds
Your original area is kept
After the AI draws the new picture, ViNano uses a mask to copy your original pixels back into place. Only a thin blended strip along the border is mixed so the seam does not show.
Only the new area is generated
Everything in the checkered area is new: the AI continues the background, light and perspective from the edges of your photo. It may invent details that were never there, so check the edges before you use the result.
The output size follows the canvas
The output is the full expanded canvas. If it is larger than the selected size (2,000 px on the long side for 1K, 4,000 px for 2K), the whole canvas is scaled down first, including your photo.
Image Expander vs Inpainting vs Resizing
These three tools are often confused. Use the one that matches what you need to change.
| Tool | What it changes | Use it when |
|---|---|---|
| AI image expander | Adds new picture area outside the photo; the original stays in place | The frame is too tight or the ratio is wrong for where you post |
| AI inpainting | Redraws a region you paint inside the photo | You want to remove or replace an object without changing the frame |
| Image resizer | Changes the pixel dimensions; adds no new content | The ratio is already right and you only need other dimensions |
Tips for Better Expanded Photos
- Start with the largest version of your photo. A small picture limits the output to 1K.
- Expand in steps for big changes: add 25% first, then use Expand this result again.
- Keep the subject away from the edge you are extending. Cut-off limbs or objects at the border are the hardest part for AI to finish.
- Name the surroundings in the prompt (beach, office, studio wall) when the edge of the photo does not show enough of the scene.
- For product shots that need a specific background, remove the background first, then expand.
Credits and Output Size
Each expansion uses credits. The button shows the exact amount before you start, and credits are deducted only when an image is returned.
| Output size | Model | Paid account | Free account |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1K | Nano Banana | 15 | 25 |
| 1K | Nano Banana Pro | 80 | Paid accounts only |
| 2K | Nano Banana Pro | 100 | Paid accounts only |
| 4K | Nano Banana Pro | 150 | Paid accounts only |
A paid account means any credit pack or plan. See pricing for credit packs.
AI Image Expander FAQ
Is the AI image expander free?
Expanding an image uses credits: 25 credits for a 1K result on a free account and 15 on a paid account. New accounts receive free sign-up credits (50 for most email providers), so you can try it after you sign in.
Will the AI change my original photo?
No. The original area is copied back from your upload after generation, so only the new area is AI-generated. A thin strip along the border is blended to hide the seam.
What is the difference between an AI image expander and an AI photo expander?
They are two names for the same tool. Both describe outpainting: extending a picture beyond its original edges. This page works for photos, illustrations and screenshots alike.
Which aspect ratios can I expand to?
1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, 2:3, 16:9 and 9:16. You can also keep the original ratio and add 25%, 50% or 100% more space around the photo.
Can I expand an image more than once?
Yes. After a result appears, click Expand this result again to use it as the new starting photo. Expanding in a few smaller steps often looks more natural than one very large jump.
Why do I need to sign in?
Each expansion runs on an AI model and uses credits, so you need an account. You can upload a photo and preview the layout before signing in.
More AI Photo Tools
- AI Image Inpainting — remove or replace objects inside a photo
- Background Remover — cut out the subject with a transparent background
- Image Resizer — change pixel dimensions, one photo or a batch
- AI Image Enhancer — improve clarity, detail and color
- AI Photo Restoration — repair old, scratched or faded photos
- AI Image Editor — edit any photo with a text prompt